weather

Fetch current weather conditions and forecasts from wttr.in or Open-Meteo.

25|2|Updated Nov 28, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/xichan96/cortex --skill weather-xichan96
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: weather
Source: https://github.com/xichan96/cortex/tree/main/examples/agent-skills/skills/weather
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/xichan96/cortex --skill weather-xichan96

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill fetches weather information from free services without requiring API keys, enabling quick, accurate forecasts for local planning.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Live weather data: retrieve current conditions and short-term forecasts.
  • No API key required: uses free services like wttr.in and Open-Meteo.
  • Easy integration: suitable for automation and quick checks in scripts.

Quick Start

Provide the current weather for a city and receive a concise forecast.

Frequently Asked Questions about weather

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I get weather forecasts without an API key?

You can get weather forecasts without an API key by using curl to fetch data from public endpoints like wttr.in and Open-Meteo. These services return current conditions and short-term forecasts in text or JSON format.

Can I retrieve current weather conditions using curl?

Yes, you can retrieve current weather conditions using curl to query the wttr.in or Open-Meteo endpoints. This approach requires internet access and returns text or JSON data for any supported city.

What is the best way to check weather for automated alerts?

The best way to check weather for automated alerts is querying free services like wttr.in or Open-Meteo via curl. This method easily integrates into scripts to fetch current conditions and trigger alerts without API keys.

Does this weather forecast method work for travel planning?

Yes, this weather forecast method works for travel planning by fetching short-term forecasts for any city supported by wttr.in or Open-Meteo. You receive concise text or JSON data suitable for quick checks.

Do I need to install any dependencies to fetch weather data?

No, you do not need to install dependencies to fetch weather data beyond having curl and internet access. The Skill relies on public weather endpoints like wttr.in and Open-Meteo, requiring no API keys.

What format is the weather data returned in from wttr.in and Open-Meteo?

Weather data from wttr.in and Open-Meteo is returned in either text or JSON format. You can use curl to request the specific format needed for your quick checks, travel planning, or automated alerts.